Cultural and Scenic Splendor – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Day 1: Arrival in Sri Lanka – Transfer to Sigiriya

• Meet & greet at Bandaranaike International Airport.

• Transfer to Sigiriya, the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.

• Check in to the hotel and relax after your journey.

• If time permits, visit a nearby village for a traditional lunch or enjoy a nature walk.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 2: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Polonnaruwa Ancient City

• Early morning climb to the top of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Return to hotel for breakfast.

• Afternoon visit to the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, with its temples, stupas, and royal palace remains.

• Optional: Enjoy a traditional rice & curry lunch in a local home.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy (via Dambulla & Spice Garden)

• En route to Kandy, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, famous for its stunning murals and statues.

• Stop at a spice garden in Matale for a guided tour and herbal tea.

• Arrive in Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka.

• Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in the evening.

• Enjoy a cultural dance performance featuring traditional Kandyan dances.

Overnight: Kandy

Day 4: Kandy to Ella (Scenic Train Journey)

• Morning visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.

• Board the train from Kandy to Ella, one of the most scenic train rides in the world.

• Arrive in Ella, a charming mountain village surrounded by lush tea plantations.

Overnight: Ella

Day 5: Explore Ella & Transfer to Yala

• Visit Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak for stunning views.

• Depart for Yala National Park in the afternoon.

• Arrive and check into a nature lodge or safari camp near the park.

Overnight: Yala

Day 6: Safari in Yala & Transfer to Galle

• Early morning jeep safari at Yala National Park, known for leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and diverse birdlife.

• Breakfast after safari and check out.

• Scenic drive to Galle along the southern coastline.

• Evening walk around the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight: Galle

Day 7: Galle to Colombo (via Coastal Drive)

• Morning beach relaxation in Unawatuna or Mirissa.

• Drive to Colombo, the bustling commercial capital of Sri Lanka.

• City tour including Independence Square, Galle Face Green, Pettah Bazaar, and Gangaramaya Temple.

• Optional: Shopping at ODEL or Barefoot Gallery.

Overnight: Colombo

Day 8: Departure

• Free time for final shopping or relaxation.

• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure with wonderful memories of Sri Lanka.